International Debate Education Association (IDEA) believes that free and open discussion is essential to the establishment and preservation of open, democratic societies, and
its work supports initiatives promoting excellence and innovation in formal and informal education. IDEA cooperates and maintains contact with educational institutions in
over 40 countries. It has extensive experience in conducting teacher training at all levels
as well as organizing public speaking and debate events for secondary school students
through workshops, competitions, and educational institutes. To complement these activities, IDEA has consistently produced quality curricula and educational resources.